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Newsweek
18-07-2025
- Business
- Newsweek
American Express Launches New Style of Airport Lounge
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. American Express is launching a new style of airport lounge for travelers who are short on time. The new Sidecar by The Centurion Lounge, opening at Harry Reid International in Las Vegas (LAS) next year, will be open to customers from 90 minutes before their flight departs. Why It Matters The new lounge is designed as an alternative to American Express' The Centurion Lounge, and is aimed at travelers looking for quick access to quality food and drink. By limiting entry to those with flights departing within a short time frame, it could help ease crowding and manage demand across lounge spaces. American Express is launching a new style of lounge at Harry Reid International in Las Vegas next year. American Express is launching a new style of lounge at Harry Reid International in Las Vegas next American Express What To Know The Sidecar by The Centurion Lounge will cater to eligible card members who have limited time before their flights. The new lounge will be part of The Centurion Lounge Network, and will complement the main Centurion Lounge at LAS. The lounge will be complimentary for members who have access to the network, including those who hold an American Express' Platinum Card, Business Platinum Card, Centurion Card or the Business Centurion Card. The speakeasy-inspired space will offer gourmet small plates and signature cocktails curated by The Culinary Collective by The Centurion Lounge. American Express has also announced that it is partnering with award-winning chefs including Mashama Bailey, Sarah Grueneberg, Kwame Onwuachi, and Mike Solomonov, to create the Culinary Collective menu. Bar Director Harrison Ginsberg will also join the team. Dishes from the Culinary Collective menu will change seasonally and will make up around half of the Centurion Lounges' items, while the other half will be cuisine inspired by the city in which the lounge is located. The introduction of the Sidecar lounge will make American Express the only credit card issuer with two lounges at the Las Vegas airport. What People Are Saying Audrey Hendley, the president of American Express Travel, said in a statement: "Many of our visitors spend less than an hour in our lounges, and we've created Sidecar specifically for them. "The first Centurion Lounge opened in Las Vegas in 2013, so it's fitting that we're launching this new lounge concept at LAS as we continue to innovate to meet our card members' needs." What Happens Next Sidecar by The Centurion Lounge is expected to open at Harry Reid International in Las Vegas in 2026. American Express has not yet confirmed whether this concept will expand to other airports.
Forbes
17-07-2025
- Business
- Forbes
Amex Upgrades Centurion Lounges With Chef-Curated Menus And New Sidecar Concept
Editorial Note: We earn a commission from partner links on Forbes Advisor. Commissions do not affect our editors' opinions or evaluations. American Express is giving its Centurion Lounges a premium refresh with two updates: a revamped dining program called The Culinary Collective and a new fast-track lounge concept, Sidecar by The Centurion Lounge, in Las Vegas Starting July 29, Amex will roll out The Culinary Collective across all 15 U.S. Centurion Lounges. The program features seasonal, rotating menus curated by top-tier James Beard Award–winning chefs, including Kwame Onwuachi, Mashama Bailey, Mike Solomonov and Sarah Grueneberg, paired with cocktails crafted by Harrison Ginsberg, bar director at NYC's Overstory. Going to the airport with lounge access already feels like a travel hack, but now imagine stepping into a space where renowned chefs and a speakeasy-inspired space is tucked away inside the terminal. It's not just a lounge anymore; it's an elevated, pre-flight experience that blurs the line between travel and luxury. The Culinary Collective program features signature dishes from acclaimed chefs and aims to elevate the food experience far beyond typical lounge fare, including: Onwuachi's suya short ribs Bailey's paprika chicken Solomonov's pomegranate–glazed salmon Grueneberg's lemony orzo with artichokes and dill The offering aims to deliver both high-end flavor and consistent quality across lounges. To address overcrowding and meet the needs of travelers with shorter layovers, Amex is launching Sidecar by The Centurion Lounge—a streamlined, speakeasy-style concept debuting at Harry Reid International Airport (LAS) in 2026. Designed for speed : Access is restricted to cardholders within 90 minutes of scheduled departure, optimizing quick pre-flight refreshments. : Access is restricted to cardholders within 90 minutes of scheduled departure, optimizing quick pre-flight refreshments. Focus on quality over amenities: Sidecar offers table service with gourmet small plates and cocktails from The Culinary Collective. Unlike the full Centurion Lounges, amenities are limited, though restrooms and fast Wi‑Fi are included. Hendley also says 'many of our visitors spend less than an hour in our lounges, and we've created Sidecar specifically for them.' The Centurion lounges can be used by members who hold these cards: For Delta SkyMiles Reserve cardholders, the Centurion Lounge is only accessible in the U.S., Hong Kong, and London, and access is also limited to those flying on same-day Delta flights. American Express's two-pronged update thoughtfully balances luxury and efficiency. Frequent flyers, food lovers, and time-conscious travelers alike can look forward to a revitalized Centurion experience offering more variety and flexibility. While Sidecar's concept remains untested, its targeted and stylish approach may be a smart fix for long-standing lounge overcrowding. To view rates and fees for The Platinum Card® from American Express please visit this view rates and fees for The Business Platinum Card® from American Express please visit this page. To view rates and fees for Delta SkyMiles® Reserve American Express Card please visit this page. To view rates and fees for Delta SkyMiles® Reserve Business American Express Card please visit this page. *The information for the following card(s) has been collected independently by Forbes Advisor: Centurion® Card from American Express . The card details on this page have not been reviewed or provided by the card issuer.
Yahoo
16-07-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Dine With Mashama Bailey, Kwame Onwuachi, and More Star Chefs in One Airport Lounge
American Express is bringing together hospitality professionals from some of the country's most acclaimed restaurants and bars to enhance the menus at its 15 Centurion Lounges in U.S. airports, from Atlanta to Washington, D.C. Platinum card members will now have access to seasonally changing menu items from 2019 F&W Best New Chef Kwame Onwuachi of Tatiana in New York City; Mashama Bailey of The Grey in Savannah, Georgia; Michael Solomonov of Zahav in Philadelphia; and Sarah Grueneberg of Monteverde Restaurant & Pastificio in Chicago – all Resy chefs whose restaurants can be booked on the platform. But travelers won't need bookings in four cities; the chefs will each contribute dishes inspired by their restaurants, such as Onwuachi's Suya Short Ribs, Bailey's Paprika Chicken, Solomonov's Pomegranate Glazed Salmon with Tabbouleh, and Grueneberg's Lemony Orzo with Artichokes and Dill. 'With help from our Resy chef partners, we've brought together a group of some of the most exciting culinary minds in America to create incredible menus, available all in one place for the first time ever,' said Audrey Hendley, president of American Express Travel. Dubbed The Culinary Collective by The Centurion Lounge, the group of chefs' dishes will be offered alongside a menu of local specialties, from each airport's location, and paired with cocktails from Harrison Ginsberg, the bar director at New York City's internationally acclaimed Overstory. 'Traveling helps form the way I think of cocktails – whether it's discovering cool ingredients or having conversations with locals that influence a drink,' he said. 'The cocktails I'm creating each have an element of travel inspiration, and I'm looking forward to travelers exploring the menu.' Related: This Swanky New Airport Lounge Serves Lychee Martinis on an Open-Air Terrace The announcement comes with AMEX's debut of a new concept for the many travelers who spend less than an hour in airport lounges. Designed like a private club, Sidecar by The Centurion Lounge is opening at Las Vegas' Harry Reid International Airport (LAS) with quicker bites and drinks for Platinum card members departing in 90 minutes or less. The Culinary Collective dishes will be available on this menu, too. 'Each of the chefs, and American Express, share the same ethos. We care about food, innovation, and diverse flavors – key elements of this collaboration,' said Solomonov. All menu items will vary by lounge, so frequent fliers can continue to be surprised, starting on July 29. Read the original article on Food & Wine
Yahoo
16-07-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Amex Just Changed Airport Dining Forever With Its New Celebrity Chef Menu
American Express is redefining the airport lounge experience with its newest program, The Culinary Collective by The Centurion Lounge. Launching on July 29, this initiative teams up with four James Beard Award–winning chefs and a top mixologist to elevate the food and drink offerings across all 15 Centurion Lounge locations in the Onwuachi, for one, is not just a notable Top Chef alum and 2019 Food & Wine's Best New Chef, but he also owns the acclaimed restaurants Tatiana in New York City and Dōgon in Washington, D.C. He's bringing Afro-Caribbean flair to the lounges with his Suya Short Ribs and Tamarind Ice Box Cake. Mashama Bailey, co-owner of The Grey in Savannah, adds soulful dishes like Paprika Chicken and a rich Espresso Crème Brûlée, while Michael Solomonov, known for Philadelphia's Israeli-American outpost Zahav, is offering a Pomegranate Glazed Salmon with Tabbouleh. And, rounding out the culinary team is Sarah Grueneberg of Chicago's Monteverde – also a Top Chef alum – who brings Italian sophistication with her Lemony Orzo with Artichokes and Dill. 'We know how much Card Members love the food and drinks at the Centurion Lounges and look forward to seeing what's new. With help from our Resy chef partners, we've brought together a group of some of the most exciting culinary minds in America to create incredible menus, available all in one place for the first time ever,' Audrey Hendley, President of American Express Travel, said in a statement. 'You'd be lucky to make it to each of their celebrated restaurants across the country, but now visitors to our Centurion Lounges will be able sample dishes created by these chefs.'The beverage experience is also getting a serious upgrade. Harrison Ginsberg, bar director at the award-winning Overstory in New York City, has crafted globally inspired cocktails like The Centurion – which is vodka, yuzu, lime, soda – in addition to a boozy-free option like his Green Tea Tonic, made with green tea, lemon, grapefruit, and a botanical travelers in a rush, Amex has something else in the works: Sidecar by The Centurion Lounge. Slated to debut in 2026 at the airport in Las Vegas, Sidecar will offer a faster, sleeker lounge experience tailored for those with tight layovers. "Many of our visitors spend less than an hour in our Lounges, and we've created Sidecar specifically for them," Hendley said. 'The first Centurion Lounge opened in Las Vegas in 2013, so it's fitting that we're launching this new lounge concept at LAS as we continue to innovate to meet our Card Members' needs.'So, whether you're just stopping by during a quick layover or settling in before a long-haul flight abroad, the Centurion Lounge experience is clearly evolving to bring even more luxury and ease to your time at the airport. Amex Just Changed Airport Dining Forever With Its New Celebrity Chef Menu first appeared on Men's Journal on Jul 15, 2025
Time Out
15-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Time Out
Amex upgrades Centurion Lounge with renowned chefs and speakeasy-style bar
American Express is turning airport downtime into an actual dining event. Starting Tuesday, July 29, all 15 U.S. Centurion Lounges will debut new menus created by The Culinary Collective by The Centurion Lounge, a powerhouse lineup of James Beard Award-winning Resy chefs and a top cocktail maestro. And next year, Las Vegas travelers can look forward to an entirely new, speakeasy-style spot: Sidecar by The Centurion Lounge. The new collaboration features big names bringing bold flavors. Kwame Onwuachi—known for his electric Afro-Caribbean dishes at Tatiana (New York City) and Dōgon (Washington, D.C.)—is bringing dishes like Suya Short Ribs and a Tamarind Ice Box Cake to the table. Savannah's Mashama Bailey of The Grey adds a Southern spin with Paprika Chicken and an Espresso Crème Brûlée finished with a torch. From Israeli cuisine pioneer Mike Solomonov, the chef behind Zahav in Philly, expect punchy Middle Eastern entries like Pomegranate Glazed Salmon and Charred Broccolini with Kashkaval Cheese & Lemon. Rounding it out, Sarah Grueneberg of Monteverde in Chicago will lean into fresh, bright Italian flavors with the likes of vegan Lemony Orzo with Artichokes and Dill, and a Grilled Corn and Cucumber Salad tossed with Avocado and Cilantro Salsa Verde. Drinks aren't an afterthought either. Harrison Ginsberg, the creative mind behind NYC's Overstory (ranked North America's sixth best bar for 2025 by 50 Best Bars), is curating cocktails and spirit-free sips. Expect drinks like "The Centurion," a crisp vodka-yuzu-lime spritz and "The Green Tea Tonic," a botanical mix with grapefruit and lemon. Menus will change seasonally, and about half of each lounge menu will come from this star-studded team, while the rest highlights local fare unique to each city. The big reveal doesn't stop at the food. In 2026, American Express will open Sidecar by The Centurion Lounge at Harry Reid International (LAS) in Las Vegas. Designed for travelers with tight connections, this smaller, more intimate lounge will serve curated small plates and cocktails from The Culinary Collective, all in a speakeasy-inspired space done up in desert tones, brass and stone. It'll be open to Platinum Card Members and other eligible guests within 90 minutes of their flight. With this new collaboration—along with the recent opening of its —Amex isn't just raising the bar on lounge food, it's turning airport dining into a reason to show up early.
